Payments Product Owner – Fintech

Job Description

<strong>About Us</strong><p><br></p>WHAT WE DO | Our talented teams create tech that connects brands to people via meaningful content that impacts their lives in positive ways. By understanding where the markets are going and where technology fits in; we use our knowledge to identify solutions that boost businesses and shift user experiences.<p><br></p>WHY WE’RE DIFFERENT | What makes us a leader in our industry, and different from other international digital tech companies, is our ability to tailor or custom-create our offering to solve business challenges<p><br></p>WHERE YOU FIT IN | We aim to build an inspiring organization with an engaged and high-performing culture. We believe in possibilities. We connect to the future. Think of unlimited digital potential, global reach, unlimited content, unreal experiences, and real connections… now imagine the direct impact you could have in this landscape. If you are eager to work in an inspiring, dynamic environment and collaborate with like-minded people, we want to hear from you!<p><br></p><strong>About The Role</strong><p><br></p>Are you passionate about shaping the future of financial technology products and driving innovation in the payment industry? We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Payments Product Owner to join our fast-growing fintech team. As a Product Owner, you will play a pivotal role in building out our cutting-edge APM (Alternative Payment Methods) product while leveraging your expertise in the mobile carrier billing space. If you possess a strategic mindset, a knack for managing upward stakeholders, and a keen eye for the latest payment trends, we want to hear from you!<p><br></p>Responsibilities:<p><br></p><ul><li>Product Vision and Strategy: Develop and communicate a clear product vision and strategy for our APM product that aligns with the company’s overall business objectives</li><li>Roadmap Ownership: Take charge of the product roadmap, prioritizing features and enhancements to ensure timely and effective delivery, while closely collaborating with cross-functional teams such as engineering, design, finance and marketing</li><li>Market and Trend Analysis: Stay up-to-date with the latest payment trends, emerging technologies, and industry developments in the fintech space. Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities and potential areas of improvement for the APM product</li><li>User-Centric Approach: Understand customer needs, pain points, and feedback to drive continuous product improvement and provide a seamless user experience</li><li>Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with senior management, executives, and other stakeholders to advocate for the product’s vision and secure support for key initiatives</li><li>Agile Product Development: Work closely with development teams in an Agile environment, providing clear product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria</li><li>Product Performance and Metrics: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of the product and implement data-driven decision-making processes</li><li>Product Marketing Support: Collaborate with the marketing team to develop go-to-market strategies and support product launches</li></ul><p><br></p><strong>Requirements</strong><p><br></p><strong>ABOUT YOU</strong><p><br></p><ul><li>Experience: Minimum of 5-8 years of product management experience, in fintech or related industries, with a proven track record of successfully launching and scaling APM products</li><li>APM and Mobile Carrier Billing Expertise: Deep understanding of alternative payment methods and mobile carrier billing space, with prior experience working on such products</li><li>Strategic Mindset: Strong strategic thinking capabilities with the ability to translate market insights into actionable product strategies</li><li>Leadership and Ownership: Proven experience in managing upward stakeholders, taking ownership of product roadmaps, and driving cross-functional teams to achieve product goals</li><li>Fintech Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the fintech landscape, payment processing, and regulatory requirements in the MEA region</li><li>Data-Driven: Proficiency in analyzing data, drawing insights, and using metrics to make informed product decisions</li><li>Excellent Communication: Exceptional communication and presentation skills to effectively convey product visions and ideas to various stakeholders</li><li>Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and quickly adapt to changes and shifting priorities</li></ul><p><br></p><strong>Benefits</strong><p><br></p><ul><li>Great Media City based office location</li><li>Work from home 1 day per week</li><li>24 days annual leave allowance</li><li>Fresh fruit, soft drinks and coffee in the chill-out area of the office</li><li>Visa and Medical cover</li><li>Annual company bonus plan</li><li>Company Share Scheme</li></ul>